Kesha’s Mother on Daughter’s Relationship With Dr. Luke: ‘She Was a Prisoner’

The mother of “Tik Tok” singer Kesha has gone into detail about her daughter’s producer and accused tormentor, Dr. Luke, saying that Kesha “was a prisoner.”

“It was like someone who beats you every day and hangs you from a chain and then comes in and gives you a piece of bread. Luke would say, ‘You look nice today,’ ” Rosemary Patricia “Pebe” Sebert told Billboard in an interview published Thursday, “and send her into ­hysterics of happiness because she was programmed to expect nothing but abuse.”

Kesha has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Luke (real name: Lukasz Gottwald), claiming that he was sexually abusive to her. Sony has also been named in the suit. The producer has vehemently denied the accusations.

Last month, the singer lost a bid to be released from her contract, with the judge noting that Sony would allow her to work with a producer other than Dr. Luke. Sebert confirmed that was the case in her Billboard interview, but added that there’s a catch.

“Kesha’s allowed to work with another producer,” she said. “But Luke gets to approve them. He gets to approve of anyone she works with. He has final say over everything.”

As reported by TheWrap this week, Sony is currently seeking to break ties with the producer a year before his current contract expires, but is not yet certain how that can or will be accomplished.

Kesha’s legal setback last month aside, the singer has gained widespread support after coming forward with her story. In addition to fans who have rushed to her support via the hashtag #FreeKesha, colleagues including Lady Gaga, Adele and Taylor Swift have backed the singer.

Kesha vs. Dr. Luke: 20 Stars Who Have Taken Her Side (Photos)

Taylor SwiftOn Monday, Swift donated $250,000 "to help [Kesha] with any of her financial needs during this trying time," said her rep.

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Kelly ClarksonClarkson tweeted, "Trying 2 not say anything since I can't say anything nice about a person... so this is me not talking about Dr. Luke," on Friday in support of Kesha's legal battle. Dr. Luke produced Clarkson's "Since You Been Gone" in 2004.

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Ariana GrandeThe singer tweeted, "My heart is with @KeshaRose." Buzzfeed also revealed that Grande deleted a 6-year-old tweet where she revealed her love for "that man." A fan had tweeted at Grande, saying "you need to delete this fast," and Grande complied.

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Lady GagaGaga, who recently revealed that she herself was raped at 19, tweeted, "There are people all over the world who love you @KeshaRose. And I can say truly I am in awe of your bravery."

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Demi LovatoLovato tweeted her support as well. She posted a series of tweets about female empowerment, one of which read, "Frustrating to see women come forward with their past only to be shot down, not believed & disrespected for their bravery in taking action."

LordeThe New Zealand singer also took to Twitter to show her support, tweeting, "standing with @KeshaRose through this traumatic, deeply unfair time. send good vibes her way everyone."

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Annalynne McCordThe "90210" actress posted a video to Twitter, revealing her support and outrage over the situation.

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HAIMUsing the hashtag #FreeKesha, the HAIM sisters tweeted, "We love you and support you @kesharose you are the strongest, most brave friend we have and we stand by you forever. #freekesha"

Lily AllenOn Friday, the British singer tweeted, "My thoughts are with @KeshaRose today. I'm sorry you've had to endure this experience."

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HalseyThe singer, whose real name is Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, tweeted Friday, "Disgusted by anyone in power positions abusing their authority. My heart breaks for Kesha and all people affected by this toxicity. Fuck."

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Madison BeerThe singer posted a number of tweets in which she showed her support to Kesha. When a fan said to her that Kesha's name trending on Twitter won't do anything to help, Beer responded, "but at least it might be putting a smile on her face & that's what she needs. to know she has support & love. "

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Iggy AzaleaAzalea posted a series of tweets on Saturday, one of which read, "Im not accusing anyone of anything, but I believe Kesha deserves the ability to move forward, create and earn a living."

Lilly SinghThe YouTube star took to Twitter to show her support for Kesha and also to urge women to come together and not to "start pointing at other women." "This has really affected my day... @KeshaRose I will effing ride with you girl. Stay strong. Sincerely, your sisters x."

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Margaret ChoThe actress has been retweeting articles as well as tweets from Kesha's mom, and thanked fans for supporting Kesha in her legal battle.

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Bea MillerMiller also posted multiple tweets in which the singer express her "disgust" about the situation, and urged her followers to scroll through the hashtag to get informed.

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Alessia CaraThe Canadian singer took to Twitter to post, "no one should be denied freedom from their abuser, nor freedom of their creativity."

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Aly and AJ MichalkaThe sisters tweeted, "You should be released from your contract and free to begin your recovery from this. God Bless You @KeshaRose #FreeKesha."

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Mariska HargitayThe actress tweeted her support: "For many survivors, speaking out is the hardest part. It’s also only the first step. Sending u strength @KeshaRose as u move through this."

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So far, at least 20 female stars have come together to express their support and outrage using the hashtag #FreeKesha